The Crest Jewel of Wisdom

The Crest Jewel of Wisdom is a philosophical treatise written by the renowned Indian philosopher and theologian, Sankaracharya. The book explores the nature of reality, the nature of the self, and the relationship between the two. It is divided into two parts, the first of which focuses on the nature of the self and the second on the nature of reality.In the first part, Sankaracharya argues that the self is not the body, the mind, or any other physical or mental entity, but rather an eternal, unchanging consciousness that is identical with the ultimate reality of the universe. He explains that this self is not subject to birth or death, and that it is the source of all knowledge, happiness, and liberation.In the second part of the book, Sankaracharya discusses the nature of reality, which he identifies as the ultimate reality of Brahman. He explains that Brahman is the source of all existence, and that it is infinite, eternal, and unchanging. He argues that the world we experience is an illusion, and that the only true reality is Brahman.Throughout the book, Sankaracharya draws on the teachings of the Vedas and other ancient Indian texts to support his arguments. He also provides extensive commentary and interpretation of these texts, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian philosophy and theology.Overall, The Crest Jewel of Wisdom is a profound and insightful work that offers a unique perspective on the nature of reality and the self. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian philosophy, spirituality, and the search for ultimate truth.With other writings of Sankaracharya including: heritage of the Brahmans; awakening to the self; awakening to reality; essence of teaching; teachings of Sankara; song of the self; and an appendix of a symposium on the life of Sankaracharya. The Crest Jewel of Wisdom is a practical and inspiring guide to life with its foundation stones of truth.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.